CVE-2026-16232

CVE-2026-16232 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Checkpoint Multi-domain Security Management with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is listed in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming it has been exploited in the wild (added 2026-07-22). The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-287.

Key facts

Description

An authentication bypass vulnerability in the Check Point SmartConsole login process allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to obtain an application login token and use it to authenticate with full administrative privileges. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to modify security policies and security configurations. Remote exploitation requires internet access to the Management Server IP address and a configuration that does not restrict Trusted Clients. Check Point is aware that this vulnerability is being exploited and has affected a very small number of customers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-16232?
An authentication bypass vulnerability in the Check Point SmartConsole login process allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to obtain an application login token and use it to authenticate with full administrative privileges. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to modify security policies and security configurations. Remote exploitation requires internet access to the Management Server IP address and a configuration that does not restrict Trusted Clients. Check Point is aware that this vulnerability is being exploited and has affected a very small number of customers.
How severe is CVE-2026-16232?
CVE-2026-16232 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-16232 being actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2026-16232 is on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, added on 2026-07-22, which means active exploitation has been confirmed. It should be prioritised for remediation.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-16232?
CVE-2026-16232 primarily affects Checkpoint Multi-domain Security Management. In total, 122 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-16232?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Because this CVE is known to be actively exploited, treat remediation as urgent — CISA KEV typically sets a short remediation deadline.
When was CVE-2026-16232 published?
CVE-2026-16232 was published on 2026-07-22 and last updated on 2026-08-10.

References

Affected products (122)

More vulnerabilities in Checkpoint Multi-domain Security Management

All CVEs affecting Checkpoint Multi-domain Security Management →

Other CWE-287 (Improper Authentication) vulnerabilities

Browse all CWE-287 (Improper Authentication) vulnerabilities →